BNC-2121
May 15, 2026

BNC-2121

BNC-2121 is a passive fully shielded signal breakout box designed specifically for NI counter/timer and digital DAQ devices. It routes 68-pin device signals to BNC connectors and spring terminals, with built-in reference clock, pulse generator and quadrature encoder test signals for counter/timer measurement and system debugging.

Description

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BNC-2121

National Instruments Shielded Counter/Timer BNC Terminal Block

1. General Description

BNC-2121 is a passive fully shielded signal breakout box designed specifically for NI counter/timer and digital DAQ devices. It routes 68-pin device signals to BNC connectors and spring terminals, with built-in reference clock, pulse generator and quadrature encoder test signals for counter/timer measurement and system debugging.

2. Part Number

Model: BNC-2121
NI part number: 778289-01

3. Interface Layout

  • 14 BNC ports for high-frequency timing and trigger signals

  • 40-position spring terminal block for parallel digital lines and power signals

  • Rear 68-pin shielded connector for connection to NI DAQ and counter/timer cards

  • Onboard LED indicators for digital line status

4. Key Specifications

  • Signal impedance: 50 ohm for BNC ports

  • Operation type: fully passive, no external power supply required

  • Built-in test signal: square wave function generator, quadrature encoder simulation signal, trigger reference signal

  • Mounting: desktop placement, optional DIN rail installation

  • Operating temperature: 0 °C ~ 55 °C

  • Storage temperature: -40 °C ~ 70 °C

  • Humidity: 5% ~ 90%, non-condensing

  • Full metal shielding for anti-interference and EMI suppression

5. Compatibility

Compatible with NI 68-pin counter/timer and multifunction DAQ devices, including PCI-6602, PXI-6614 and other 660X series counter boards. Matched with standard 68-pin shielded connection cables.

6. Main Features

  • Dedicated design for counter, timer and encoder signal routing

  • Integrated standard test signals simplify equipment verification and calibration

  • BNC interface ensures stable high-speed signal transmission

  • Spring terminals facilitate quick wiring of digital I/O lines

  • Metal shielded housing effectively reduces external noise interference

  • LED status indication for easy on-site troubleshooting

7. Applications

  • Precision pulse measurement and frequency acquisition

  • Quadrature encoder signal connection and simulation test

  • Automated test system timing and trigger signal distribution

  • Laboratory counter/timer experiment and industrial equipment signal wiring


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